Regional Director of Development, The Fuqua School of Business

Regional Director of Development, The Fuqua School of BusinessWork Arrangement: Regular or Temporary: Regular Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710 Personnel Area: UNIVERSITY Date: Jul 21, 2026Duke University – The Fuqua School of Business Regional Director of Development Development and Alumni Relations Be You. Be Bold. Choose Duke. Be You. At Duke, we celebrate individuality and the unique perspectives that each member of our community brings. As the Regional Director of Development (level 15) at the Fuqua School of Business, you'll be a vital part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team that supports students from diverse backgrounds as they pursue careers in business and leadership. Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift prospects ($100,000 and above), typically within specified geographic regions. Report to the Executive Director of Development and collaborate closely with Fuqua's Dean, Associate Dean for Development and Alumni Relations, and colleagues across Fuqua and Duke University. Contribute to donor engagement strategy and initiatives that advance Fuqua's mission and impact.Be Bold.

What You'll Do:Fundraise with Purpose Identify and qualify prospects who have the ability to significantly support Fuqua. Manage a portfolio of 100+ major gift prospects ($100,000+), cultivating and soliciting support through in-person, virtual, and phone meetings. Carry significant fundraising metrics, including meetings and dollars raised. Engage senior administrators and faculty in fundraising initiatives. Solicit Annual Fund gifts and multi-year pledges to support Fuqua's strategic priorities. Stay continuously informed of Fuqua's strategic vision and opportunities for philanthropic support, taking advantage of opportunities to learn within Fuqua and across Duke. Communicate philanthropic support and broader school priorities to alumni, volunteers, and donors. Strategize and Collaborate Use university-wide prospect tracking systems to coordinate efforts and document activity. Write timely, accurate, and complete reports on prospect activity to enable continuous advancement of prospects. Partner with Duke's central development team and other schools to engage multi-interest prospects. Serve as a key member of Fuqua's seven-person front-line fundraising team. Steward and Engage Work with Donor Relations to create personalized stewardship plans. Collaborate on alumni engagement initiatives and board nominations. Communicate Fuqua's vision and philanthropic opportunities to alumni, volunteers, and donors.Choose Duke. What You'll Bring:Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of fundraising experience (higher ed or Duke experience preferred). Passion for graduate business education and understanding of business trends. Exceptional communication and customer service skills. Comfort engaging senior-level executives. Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and SAP-based tools. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and a sense of humor. Excellent interpersonal skills, sound judgment, ability to operate in a de-centralized, nuanced environment, and experience handling confidential information. Willingness to travel extensively and work evenings/weekends. Anticipated Pay Range Duke University provides an anticipated annual base salary range for this position of USD $68,970.00 to USD $127,008.00 . Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills, as well as internal peer equity, market benchmarks, and organizational considerations. Total Compensation & Benefits Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including: Medical, dental, and vision care programs Generous retirement contributions Family-friendly policies and resources Cultural and wellness programs Learn more at: to Make a Difference? Apply now and help us build a stronger, smarter, and more connected future.